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Interior Design Sales Consultant Hiring Event - Oak Brook Showroom

$40k - $185k

Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design

Job Description

Job Description

Description:
Join Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design for an in-person hiring event at our Oak Brook showroom!

Hiring for Four Chicago Area Showrooms!

We are growing our team of Interior Design Sales Consultants and are hiring for opportunities at our:

  • Oak Brook showroom
  • Naperville showroom
  • Arlington Heights showroom
  • Vernon Hills showroom

Meet our hiring team, interview in person, and learn how you can build a rewarding career helping clients create beautiful, personalized homes with one of Chicago's most respected furniture and design companies.

Whether you have an interior design background, consultative sales experience, or a passion for creating exceptional client experiences, we would love to meet you.

Hiring Event Details:

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM CT

Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design Showroom
1501 16th Street
Oak Brook, IL 60523

What to Expect:

  • Meet with our hiring team
  • Interview on-site
  • Learn about our paid training program
  • Explore career opportunities with a family-owned company that's been designing beautiful homes since 1945
Walk-ins are welcome, but we encourage you to apply in advance through Indeed or our Careers page at smithe.com/careers.
What you'll do:
  • Partner with clients to design inspiring spaces that reflect their lifestyle and vision
  • Build lasting client relationships through personalized service and outreach
  • Conduct in-home visits and use advanced design tools to bring concepts to life
  • Primarily custom and special order, including private label brands, as well as Century, American Leather, Vanguard, Hancock & Moore, Universal, Hooker, and many others.
  • Manage multiple projects while achieving individual sales goals
  • Collaborate with a dedicated support team of client service, accounting, and delivery professionals

Training & Support: We invest in your success with a career-focused training program :

  • Comprehensive training that develops design & sales expertise, software proficiency, and project management skills
  • Ongoing coaching and mentorship to help you grow and succeed over time
  • Up to 4 months pf hourly paid training, with the opportunity to transition to commission sooner
  • Structured learning combined with hands-on experience in a real showroom environment

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Performance-based commission structure after training with uncapped earning potential
  • Commission paid on written sales
  • Monthly and annual performance-based bonuses
  • Typical earnings range: $40K – $185K+ (performance-based)
  • Average commission: 7.71% (6.7%–8.6%)
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO, flexible schedules, and employee discounts
  • Clear career path with opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership
Requirements:

Who thrives in this role:

  • People-driven professionals energized by client engagement and relationship building
  • 3+ years of post-grad experience in retail, sales, or interior design with consultative sales expertise
  • Confident, enthusiastic individuals capable of leading the sales process
  • Motivated by results and excited by a performance-based career path
  • Organized, professional, and committed to building a long-term design career
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and weekend availability
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